We have to admit we insisted on not trying Nana's sultana cake for a few years because we were certain we didn't like cakes with dried fruit in them. Oh, how wrong we were. This cake is moist and ...

This cake is an old-fashioned classic and a favourite. It stores, slices and eats really well. I like to use Granny Smith or Braeburn apples for their acidity. Serve with a dusting of icing sugar.

Heat the oven to 220C/200C Fan/Gas 7. Lightly grease a baking tray. Mix together the flour and salt and rub in the butter. Stir in the sultanas, sugar and then the milk to form a soft dough. Turn ...